Moths of Iowa
Saturnidae
Citheroniinae
7704 Eacles imperialis (Drury, 1773)
Imperial Moth
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Life History: Link MJ PDF
Identification - Large moth with yellow and purplish coloring.
Flight times: July
Wing Span: 80-130 mm / 3-5.5 inches
Caterpillar Host Plants: Maple, Oak, White Pine and other trees. Adult moths do not feed.
Habitat: Deciduous Woods
